1/28/2013 |
Walker, Zunino to live tweet Top 100 listOn Tuesday at 9 p.m. ET, MLB.com's 2013 Top 100 Prospects list will be revealed on MLB.com and MLB Network, and you're invited to interact with several of the players on the list as they live tweet the unveiling, moderated by MLBPipeline.com (@MLBPipeline), using the hashtag #MLBPipeline.

1/28/2013 |
Interact with players as Top 100 list is announcedOn Tuesday at 9 p.m. ET, MLB.com's 2013 Top 100 Prospects list will be revealed on MLB.com and MLB Network, and you're invited to interact with several of the players on the list as they live tweet the unveiling, moderated by MLBPipeline.com (@MLBPipeline), using the hashtag #MLBPipeline.

1/28/2013 |
Cardinals agree to one-year deal with CedenoSeeking a veteran middle infielder to provide depth and insurance behind shortstop Rafael Furcal, the Cardinals, after sifting through a thin free-agent market, have signed Ronny Cedeno to a one-year deal.

1/28/2013 |
Montero ready to build on experience of rookie yearFor all the talk about new additions and increased veteran leadership, the biggest improvement for the 2013 Mariners might well lie with the progress of their returning youngsters. And tops on that list figures to be Jesus Montero, the 23-year-old catcher who received mixed reviews in his rookie season last year.

1/28/2013 |
AL champs' only question mark is closer roleThe Tigers, fresh off an American League title and hopeful of another World Series opportunity, have about as firm an Opening Day outlook as a club can hope for two weeks before Spring Training camp. All that's missing is a proven closer, though flame-throwing rookie Bruce Rondon could fill that role.

1/28/2013 |
Once strong, Halos' system now needs restockingOn a Major League club with a high payroll and World Series expectations, it's only natural for a farm system's ranking to descend over time. But you don't expect a flat-out free fall. That, essentially, is what has happened to the Angels over the last eight years.

1/28/2013 |
Infield a formidable strength for MetsThe first installment of "Around the Horn" focuses on David Wright, Ike Davis and the infield, which will need to remain a strength for the Mets to compete in '13.

1/28/2013 |
Comeback tries occur frequently but rarely succeedAs John Thorn, MLB's official historian, noted a year ago upon Andy Pettitte's return, "Players retire from baseball for any number of reasons. And when the itch comes back, it is sometimes emotional and sometimes financial." But rarely is it successful.

1/28/2013 |
Phillies bring back Durbin with one-year dealThe Phillies are bringing back a familiar face to fortify their bullpen. Sources told MLB.com on Monday the Phils and right-hander Chad Durbin have agreed to terms on a one-year deal, pending a physical. The deal includes a club option for 2014.

1/28/2013 |
Dodgers to launch network with Time Warner TV dealThe Dodgers and Time Warner Cable on Monday announced a cable television rights partnership that creates a new regional sports network, SportsNet LA, controlled by American Media Productions, a club subsidiary.

1/28/2013 |
MLB Notebook: Aramis impresses with XBHWith three triples, 27 home runs and a league-leading 50 doubles in 2012, Aramis Ramirez had a total of 80 extra-base hits in 630 plate appearances, for a percentage of 12.698. It was the third-highest mark for any third baseman who qualified for the batting title since 1893.

1/27/2013 |
Cespedes aiming to grow in sophomore seasonIt's hard to envision a better rookie campaign than the one Yoenis Cespedes put together for the A's in 2012. But the outfielder believes his sophomore season has the potential to trump it, so long as he remains healthy.

1/27/2013 |
Return of Reds brings many smilesIt really is good to be back. That also was the general consensus amongst the members of the Reds Caravan Western Leg, assembled at Miami University Hamilton's Parrish Auditorium on Sunday.

1/27/2013 |
Brewers still eyeing infield marketBrewers general manager Doug Melvin said he was still in talks with "a couple" of infielders and hinted that shortstop Alex Gonzalez remained a possibility to return.

1/27/2013 |
Five won't be a crowd in Melvin's outfield plansA's manager Bob Melvin thinks he'll manage just fine as he plans to dish out plenty of playing time to Coco Crisp and teammates Josh Reddick, Yoenis Cespedes, Chris Young and Seth Smith.